WThis is an easy interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed that's loaded with the flavours of the festive period, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the components inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
